FAIRVIEW LAKE YMCA CAMPS
YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME.
Established in 1915, Fairview Lake YMCA Camps has been providing Sleep Away Summer camping for grades 2-11, Environmental Education for schools, Family Programs, and Weekend Retreats for a huge variety of groups. We develop programs for children, adults, and families to realize their potential by focusing on specific skill sets, building confidence, and creating a sense of belonging.
A Summer of Everything that Matters.
At Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, every week brings a new chapter in a summer filled with Joy, Friendship, Adventure, and Discovery. Our campers build skills, explore the outdoors, and grow in confidence—all while making lifelong memories and living the Y’s core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility. Whether it’s paddling across the lake, singing around a campfire, or just sharing a laugh with new friends, this is A Summer of Belonging, A Summer of Wonder, A Summer of You.
Unplug the Weekend
At Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, weekends are more than a break from the everyday—they’re a chance to step outside, slow down, and show up for what matters most. Whether you’re here for an adult retreat, a community event, or a family getaway, our screen-free setting invites you to reconnect—with nature, with others, and with yourself. From sunrise hikes to starlit campfires, this is your space to recharge. Unplugged. Present. Together.
Classroom With Room to Explore
At Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, learning comes to life in our Classroom with Room—where forests, fields, and lakes replace four walls, and curiosity leads the way. Our Environmental Education programs blend hands-on science, outdoor adventure, and character development, inspiring students to connect deeply with nature and one another. From pond studies and wildlife observation to team-building and night hikes, every lesson is an experience—and every experience builds confidence, awareness, and a lasting love for the world around us.
Your Group. Our Camp. One Unforgettable Experience.
Whether you're planning a scout retreat, youth group weekend, recovery gathering, or a celebration with friends, Fairview Lake YMCA Camps offers the perfect space to come together. With cozy cabins, flexible meeting spaces, hearty meals, and the great outdoors as your backdrop, your group will find the freedom to connect, grow, reflect, and play—all in a place rooted in the Y’s core values. We take care of the details, so you can focus on what matters most: time well spent together.
Y For All
Financial Assistance
The YMCA provides financial assistance to those who may require help covering the costs of camp. Our Y for All Fund plays a crucial role in keeping the Y accessible for children, adults, and families who need support. By offering financial assistance, the Y ensures that all individuals and families can participate in Y programs and services, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Make Camp Possible
You can help make the magic of camp possible for every child by supporting our Annual Support Campaign. Your donation provides financial assistance to families in need, ensuring that every camper has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive at Fairview Lake YMCA Camps. Together, we can make sure no one is turned away due to the inability to pay—because camp is for everyone.